Sweetheart Brownies with Pink Frosting & Ganache 💖
Delicious brownies topped with a lovely pink frosting and a silky chocolate glaze, perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion!
Equipment
- 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking dish
- Wire Rack
- Medium Bowl
- Offset Spatula
- Small Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Easy Brownies
- 1 box your favorite brownie mix
- Ingredients needed on brownie mix package typically eggs, oil, water
For the Lovely Pink Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter 4 tablespoons, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract
- 1.5 tbsp milk
- 1-2 drops red food coloring
For the Silky Chocolate Glaze
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Festive Topping
- Valentine's Day sprinkles
Instructions
- 1. Bake the Brownies: First things first, prepare your brownie mix according to the package directions. Pour the batter into an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish and bake until done. Once baked, let them cool completely on a wire rack. This step is super important before frosting!
- 2. Whip up the Pink Frosting: In a medium bowl, combine the sifted powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla (or almond) extract, milk, and a couple of drops of red food coloring. Beat these ingredients together until the frosting is wonderfully light and fluffy. If it seems too thick, just add a tiny bit more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until it's perfectly smooth.
- 3. Frost with Love: Once your brownies are completely cool, gently spread the beautiful pink frosting evenly over the top using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
- 4. Create the Chocolate Glaze: Grab a small saucepan and, over low heat, warm the semi-sweet chocolate pieces and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is silky smooth. Don't let it boil!
- 5. Glaze and Decorate: Carefully pour the warm chocolate glaze over your frosted brownies. Quickly spread and smooth it out with your spatula. Before it sets, generously sprinkle your favorite Valentine's Day sprinkles all over for that extra festive touch! Let the glaze set a bit before slicing and serving your lovely treats.
Notes
These brownies are an easy and festive treat, perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion. The total time includes baking and cooling, which is essential before frosting.
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 148 kcal, Total Carbs: 20g, Net Carbs: 20g, Fats: 8g, Protein: 1g.
